GL.iNet is a Hong Kong-based tech company that manufactures a range of routers, mobile hotspots, and other networking devices.
GL.iNet has a large product line, and the Mudi 7 is their newest and most advanced mobile hotspot as of early 2026. It has an X72 Qualcomm modem and supports tri-band Wi-Fi 7. It also has cellular antenna ports, an Ethernet port, separate USB-C ports for power and data, and includes support for 2x SIM plus eSIM.
While the Mudi 7 shares the same name and a similar look as the original Mudi V2, it's actually a complete redesign with significantly more advanced internal components and capabilities.
The Mudi 7 is in presale status and is expected to be generally available in April 2026.
Specifications
- Model: GL-E5800 Mudi 7
- # of Connected Devices: Not Specified
- Control Panel and Default Password:
- Address: http://192.168.8.1
- Password: Not Specified
- USB Tethering Support: Yes
- Modem Chipset: Qualcomm X72
- Supported Networks and Bands: AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
- 5G Sub-6GHz: n2, n5, n7, n12 , n14, n25, n26, n30, n38, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78
- 5G mmWave: None
- LTE Bands: 2, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 14, 17, 25, 26, 29, 30, 38, 41, 42, 43, 48, 66, 71
- 5G Cellular Performance:
- Max Theoretical 5G Performance: 4.67 Gbps
- 5G Carrier Aggregation: 3x 5G Carrier Aggregation - Mid-and & Low-and 5G can be combined.
- LTE Performance:
- LTE Performance Category: Category 20 (Max Theoretical Speed: 2.0 Gbps Down / 316 Mbps Up)
- LTE Carrier Aggregation: 5x Download, 3x Upload
- MIMO Support: 4x4 MIMO
- Cellular Antenna Ports: 2x TS-9
- Other Ports: 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
- Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Battery:
- Claimed Battery Life: Up to 13.5 Hours, 5380mAh
- Can Be Powered Without a Battery: No
- Battery Part #: Not Specified
- Battery Purchase: Not Specified
- Dimensions: 6.2 x 3.0 x 0.9 inches
- SIM Card Type: 2x Nano, eSIM
- Retail Price: $399.99
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